How to Prep Garage Walls
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Highlights:
- Step 1: Make a Plan
- Step 2: Remove the Outlet Cover
- Step 3: Cut a Hole for the Outlet
- Step 4: Thread Tape Through the Wall
- Step 5: Feed the Wiring Through the Wall
- Step 6: Install the Outlets
- Step 7: Make Cuts for the Outlets
- Step 8: Install Safety Plates
- Step 9: Lift the Panel Into Place
- Step 10: Spray Paint any Gaps
Step 1: Make a Plan
Decide what works best for the particular situation, and get your hands on a good plan. In this example, a computer program was used to render a 3D version of the chopper garage. A good plan can save time, dollars and energy.
Step 2: Remove the Outlet Cover
Clear the space and add some outlets to provide necessary power. Before beginning any electrical project, turn the power off, and check the existing outlet with a tester. Remove the cover, and pull the outlet from the box to expose the wiring.
Step 3: Cut a Hole for the Outlet
Take measurements to determine the height of shelves. This will also help with the placement of the new outlets. With a box as a template, mark the hole for the first outlet. Cut a hole directly above the existing outlet, so the wiring can easily be pulled through.
Step 4: Thread Tape Through the Wall
Thread a fish tape up through the wall, tape on the new non-metallic sheathed cable and pull back through the opening until the wire is accessible.
Step 5: Feed the Wiring Through the Wall
Cut the hole as marked and notch the drywall where the wiring will cross the wall studs. Feed the wiring through using the fish tape.
Step 6: Install the Outlets
Mark for the next box, use a drywall saw to create space, and continue the process from the previous step. After all openings are complete, install the outlets.
Step 7: Make Cuts for the Outlets
To install the diamond plate, cut it for the outlets by drilling the corners on the area marked for the outlet. Then, use a jig saw with a metal cutting blade to make cuts for the outlets.
Step 8: Install Safety Plates
Install safety plates over the non-metallic sheathed cable crossing the studs to make sure a screw doesn't end up in the wiring.
Step 9: Lift the Panel Into Place
Apply a few dabs of construction adhesive to the wall, and lift the panel into place. While pressing on glue points, anchor the aluminum panel with self-tapping screws.
Step 10: Spray Paint any Gaps
Continue to the final panel. Once the final panel is set into place, anchor it with self-tapping screws, and do a quick touch-up with flat black spray paint to disguise any gaps between panels.
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